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P723 BFO

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

189,543 mi
Last recorded189,543 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP723 BFO
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2015 189,543 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

oil leaks

Pass 15 Nov 2014 183,370 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

corrossion to n/s/f inner arch

Pass 12 Oct 2013 182,431 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 177,851 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 171,374 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

very slight drag on offside front

Pass 28 Oct 2010 164,883 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 155,441 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 155,441 miles

Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 150,279 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Mar 2009 150,214 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 143,833 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 135,892 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 129,836 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Discovery?

Based on 4,388,972 MOT tests across 325,470 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
6,904
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
325,470
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 153,632
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 141,712
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 136,366
position lamp(s) not working 91,214
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 88,089
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P723 BFO is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 124,978 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Discovery fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 153,632 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P723 BFO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Discovery typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P723 BFO registered?

P723 BFO is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 1 March 1997.

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